2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |